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Ford Transit Connect vs Mercedes Vito Transporter - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (26700 £ vs 28800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Mercedes Vito Transporter?

Ford Transit Connect

Mercedes Vito Transporter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Transit Connect has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26700 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Transporter costs 28800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2058 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Transit Connect manages with 0.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.80 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs decisively better – achieving up to 474 km, about 356 km more than the Ford Transit Connect.

Vito Transporter

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Vito Transporter has a distinct edge – offering 237 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Transit Connect performs distinct better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Vito Transporter pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

Transit Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is distinct lighter – 1477 kg compared to 1916 kg. The difference is around 439 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter performs decisively better – up to 6600 L, which is about 2900 L more than the Ford Transit Connect.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes Vito Transporter slightly takes the win – 884 kg compared to 792 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Transit Connect holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Ford Transit Connect
Mercedes Vito Transporter

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from about £26,700
Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 5.8 L
  • Electric Range : 118 km

Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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Ford Transit Connect
Mercedes Vito Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
26700 - 41500 £
Price
28800 - 51600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
11 - 153 g/km
co2
0 - 222 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1477 - 1866 kg
Curb weight
1916 - 2518 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4500 - 4868 mm
Length
4895 - 5390 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1856 - 1860 mm
Height
1910 - 1945 mm
Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3700 L
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 6600 L
Payload
602 - 792 kg
Payload
547 - 884 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Torque
280 - 350 Nm
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Ford Transit Connect?

The Ford Transit Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.